The department of nuclear medicine at Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research was established in 1990 and was the first center of its kind in Delhi in the private sector. Today it is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment - a variable angle dual head gamma camera (GE) interfaced with a sophisticated Genie image processing station and a single head SPECT Elscint Apex SP-4 gamma camera. These cameras provide high-resolution three-dimensional images that allow for accurate analysis of various scans. Modern equipment along with an experienced team of doctors and allied health professionals ensure world-class standards.

Scans

Sitaram Bhartia Institute is recognized as a leading center for stress thallium scans one of the most frequently performed tests in nuclear medicine. This test provides valuable information about functioning of the heart and helps assess the need for further interventions such as coronary angiography or bypass surgery. Other organs that are routinely assessed by nuclear scans in the department are the brain, thyroid, lungs, liver and bones. The department has conducted more than 25000 scans since its inception and is recognized by the International Atomic Energy Commission/WHO as a research and training center.

Non Imaging Tests

The department is equipped to measure the ability of the thyroid gland to take up iodine and the absolute glomerular filteration rate of kidneys using a Capnitech Thyroid Uptake System with a well counter

Radio Immuno Assays (RIA)

RIA is a sensitive technique for measuring the level of body hormones in the blood. Thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH), thyroid antibodies, insulin, growth hormone, FSH, LH and others are routinely measured using a 12-well RIA Stratec gamma counter.

Radioactive Treatment for Thyroid & Bone Metastases

Thyrotoxicosis and painful bone metastases are treated on an out-patient basis using various radioactive agents. There is a special isolation ward for treatment of Thyroid Cancer using high doses of I-131.

Bone Densitometry

Osteoporosis (porous bones) is a silent, generalized and disabling disease. Early detection is essential for reversing or slowing the process of bone mineral loss. Bone mineral density is measured in our department with a Lunar Achilles machine based on ultrasound technology. The testing procedure is simple, quick, painless and radiation-free.

Services Available

Diagnostic

• Stress Thallium/MIBI/Tetrofosmin (SPECT)
• Dobutamine/Adenosine Thallium/MIBI/Tetro (SPECT)
• Exercise and Resting MUGA
• Tc99m PYP Scan
• Renal Dynamic Scan (DTPA) and GFR
• Captropril Renal Study
• Renal Transplant Evaluation
• D M S A Renal Scan
• D R C G for VUR
• Thyroid and Parathyroid Scan
• I-131 MIBG Scan and whole body scan
• Bone Scan with SPECT
• Three Phase Bone Scan
• GI bleed Study
• GE Reflux
• Hepato-Billiary Scan (HIDA)
• Liver Scan (PLANAR/SPECT)
• Meckel's Diverticulum Study
• Gallium Scan
• Leucocyte Labelling
• Lung Ventilation Perfusion Scan
• Venogram
• Brain Perfusion Scan
• Lymphangiogram
• Others

Hormone Assays (RIA)

• FT3
• LH
• FSH
• FT4
• TSH
• PTH
• TGA
• GH
• TPO
• 17-OHP
• ACTH
• DHEA
• Androstenedione
• Estradiol
• 17-OHCS
• Clonidine Stimulation
• Testosterone
• Prolactin
• Thyroglobulin Cortisol
• Progesterone
• C-peptide
• Dexa Supression Test
• Insulin Levels
• Beta HCG
• Insulin Tolerance Test
• Stimulation Test
• Vitamin D3

Therapeutic

• High Dose I-131 Therapy for Thyroid Cancer
• Treatment of Thyrotoxicosis
• SR89/P32 for Bony Metastases

Thyroid Care

The department provides consultations, imaging and ablation of the thyroid gland as part of the treating team of the Center for Thyroid Care at Sitaram Bhartia Institute of science and Research.